Heavy duty Fender stillages

Drawing Number: AD-3018-2026-03-2

One of our earthmover manufacturing clients asked us to build a set of 34 stackable stillages to safely store and transport parts.

 

Scope:

Laser cut box section fabricated frame with moulded PU locating blocks with hand clamps, and cushioned support area. Parts will be held in place with locating pins in agreed fixing points. Each unit featured a push-bar at each end for manual handling, and forklift pockets.

In-House processes:
– Tube laser cutting
– Sheet laser cutting
– Waterjet cutting
– Welding & fabrication
– Finishing & powder coating
– Mould making and PU casting
– Load testing

The stillages will stack a maximum of 2 units loaded or unloaded.

Each unit will be fitted with 2x fixed + 2x swivels castors

Powder coated blue – RAL 5017

Solution

Project REF: AD-3018-2026-03-2 / 13792-P1

Advantages of Custom Heavy-Duty Stillages for Earthmover & Construction Equipment Manufacturing

Custom-built heavy-duty stillages provide a safer, more efficient, and cost-effective solution for handling and storing large, high-value components used in the manufacture of earthmovers, construction vehicles, and plant equipment.

Key Benefits

  • Improved Component Protection
    Designed to securely support heavy and irregular parts, reducing damage during handling, storage, and transport.
  • Enhanced Safety
    Integrated forklift pockets, lifting points, and load restraints improve stability and reduce handling risks.
  • Increased Efficiency
    Streamlines material flow, improves line-side presentation, and reduces handling time in manufacturing environments.
  • Better Space Utilisation
    Stackable and nestable designs maximise warehouse and transport space.
  • Reduced Transport Damage
    Keeps components secure during internal movement and external logistics operations.
  • Lower Long-Term Costs
    Durable, reusable construction reduces packaging waste and lowers replacement costs over time.
  • Custom Designed for Specific Parts
    Built around your exact components for optimal fit, protection, and operational performance.
  • Supports Lean & Sustainable Manufacturing
    Reusable stillage systems help reduce waste and improve supply chain efficiency.

Ideal for:

  • Excavators
  • Dump trucks
  • Wheel loaders
  • Mining equipment
  • Agricultural machinery
  • Off-highway vehicles
  • Heavy fabrication industries

 

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